Rebuking example sentences

re·buke

verb

rebuke (verb) · rebukes (third person present) · rebuked (past tense) · rebuked (past participle) · rebuking (present participle)

- express sharp disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behavior or actions:

- an expression of sharp disapproval or criticism:

Synonyms

reprimand, reproach, scold, admonish, reprove, chastise, chide, upbraid, berate, castigate, lambaste, criticize, censure, rap, blast, rag, keelhaul, carpet, monster, wig, row, rate, trim, reprehend, objurgate, praise, compliment, commend, reprimand, reproach, reproof, scolding, admonishment, admonition, remonstration, lecture, upbraiding, castigation, lambasting, criticism, censure, rap, earful, roasting, caning, blast, row, carpeting, rollicking, wigging, rating, praise, compliment, commendation, Feedback, Legal

"Rebuking" Example Sentences

1. The teacher was rebuking the student for talking during class.
2. His father's voice, though low, was sharp as he was rebuking him for his poor choices.
3. Despite rebuking his actions, the manager acknowledged his effort.
4. The sermon concluded with the priest rebuking the congregation's apathy.
5. She felt a pang of guilt, even while rebuking herself for her impulsiveness.
6. Rebuking the rumors, the spokesperson affirmed the company's stability.
7. The general was rebuking his troops for their lack of discipline.
8. By rebuking the miscreant, the mayor attempted to restore order.
9. The judge, rebuking the defendant sternly, delivered the sentence.
10. Subtly rebuking her, he shifted the topic of conversation.
11. Instead of rebuking him directly, she offered constructive criticism.
12. The article was largely dedicated to rebuking the government's policies.
13. His letter was filled with rebuking words, leaving her deeply hurt.
14. The act of rebuking him felt more difficult than she anticipated.
15. Rebuking the suggestion, she proposed a better alternative.
16. The stern tone of his voice suggested he was rebuking someone.
17. He received a rebuking glance from his mother.
18. He avoided rebuking her, choosing silence instead.
19. A gentle rebuking look conveyed her disapproval.
20. Her quiet voice held the weight of a rebuking tone.
21. The newspaper editorial was a scathing rebuking of the politician.
22. He felt the sting of her rebuking words.
23. The rebuking letter left him feeling ashamed.
24. The meeting ended with a formal rebuking of the team's performance.
25. His rebuking tone left no room for misinterpretation.
26. The consequences of his actions were a severe rebuking.
27. He delivered a blistering rebuking of his opponent's argument.
28. The coach was rebuking the team's lack of focus.
29. She accepted the rebuking with grace and humility.
30. His words, though harsh, were a necessary rebuking.
31. The rebuking gaze of the supervisor silenced the room.
32. The moment required a firm, yet fair, rebuking.
33. Avoiding a direct rebuking, he opted for indirect feedback.
34. A rebuking email was sent to the client explaining the error.
35. She regretted the harshness of her rebuking words.
36. The silent treatment was a more potent rebuking than any shout.
37. He deserved the rebuking for his recklessness.
38. The rebuking was intended to prevent future mistakes.
39. The child understood the implicit rebuking in his parent's silence.
40. The manager's rebuking speech was a wake-up call for the team.
41. After receiving the rebuking, he sought to improve his conduct.
42. His public rebuking served as a cautionary tale.
43. Ignoring the rebuking proved to be a costly mistake.
44. She delivered the rebuking with quiet intensity.
45. The rebuking was meant to be constructive, not destructive.
46. Despite the rebuking, he remained defiant.
47. The rebuking was well-deserved.
48. He endured the rebuking with stoicism.
49. The rebuking was less about punishment and more about correction.
50. A timely rebuking can prevent serious problems.